Before you start: Navigating VA Programs: A Plain Map Pretest

About 10 minutes. Not graded. 10 questions, plus 3 quick confidence questions.

This is not a test you pass or fail. It is fine not to know these answers. Many people will not, because you have not taken the course yet. Your answers show your starting point, so at the end you can see how far you came.

Why we ask: it shows what you already know and which ideas are new to you. When you finish the course, you will see your before and after for each skill, so you can see where you grew and what to review.

How sure do you feel?

Rate each line from 1 (not at all sure) to 5 (very sure). There is no right answer.

I can match a need to a VA program and know where to check.

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1 = Not at all sure5 = Very sure

I can check basic rules for VA health care and disability compensation.

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1 = Not at all sure5 = Very sure

I can tell the GI Bill, VR&E, home loans, and life insurance apart.

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1 = Not at all sure5 = Very sure

Questions

1. Sam wants to buy his first house. Which VA program fits?

A. VR&E B. The GI Bill housing allowance C. VA backed home loans

2. Where is the best place to check VA rules?

A. A benefits company that calls you B. A Veterans group on social media C. VA.gov

3. Kim served 3 years on active duty with an honorable discharge. Can she apply for VA health care?

A. Yes, she can apply now B. Only with combat service C. Only if she was hurt

4. Which paper should you have ready to apply for VA health care?

A. Your VA rating letter B. Your DD214 C. A doctor's referral

5. What two things does VA need for disability pay?

A. At least 20 years in the service B. A combat medal and a doctor's note C. A condition linked to service

6. Kay has two ratings, 50% and 20%. What combined rating does VA give her?

A. 50% B. 60% C. 70%

7. Lu served 26 months of active duty after 2015 and has no rating. What share of the Post 9/11 GI Bill can she get?

A. 100% B. 80% C. 60%

8. Bo wants VA job training help. What must he have for VR&E?

A. A 10% or higher rating B. A college degree, earned first C. A 100% rating only

9. Who usually makes a VA backed home loan?

A. A bank or other private lender B. VA, through its regional offices C. The VSO that helps your claim

10. Who can get VALife if they are 80 or younger?

A. A rating, even 0% B. Only those in service C. Only a 100% rating

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Next up

Go to Lesson 1: The VA map.

This self check is not a grade and does not affect your access.